- Must visit
Musée national du château de Pau
Museum inside the château exploring Henri IV, royal life and decorative arts through period rooms, paintings and historic collections.
Flights from Paris to Pau depart on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:25, the last at 21:15. The fastest flight covers the 652 km distance in 1h 25m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 652 km |
Average flight duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Flights per day 2 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 6:25 |
Last flight 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£218
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£451
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
1 h 29 m
Flights on 09 Sept
6
Distance
652 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Paris to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Pau will cost around £451 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £218.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 6 flights from Paris to Pau, including 6 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 652 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
AF4026
AF7492
AF7490
AF7496
AF7494
AF7494
AF7496
AF7492
AF7490
AF4026Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £261.
Distance: 652 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£261 Average Price | £85 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £198 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Pau:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Pau costing on average £85.
A coach is £214 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Pau costing on average £261.
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Coach takes on average 10h 16m.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Pau flights for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF7490 | 8:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h30 | 9:45 Pau Pyrenees Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF4026 | 9:25 Paris Orly Airport | 1h30 | 10:55 Pau Pyrenees Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF7492 | 12:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h30 | 13:45 Pau Pyrenees Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF7494 | 17:25 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h25 | 18:50 Pau Pyrenees Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF4028 | 18:45 Paris Orly Airport | 1h30 | 20:15 Pau Pyrenees Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF7496 | 20:40 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h30 | 22:10 Pau Pyrenees Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum inside the château exploring Henri IV, royal life and decorative arts through period rooms, paintings and historic collections.
Fine arts museum with strong 19th-century collections, including works by Degas and local painters, in a compact central setting.
Contemporary art centre in a converted industrial hall, known for ambitious exhibitions and a modern counterpoint to Pau’s historic core.
Pau’s signature promenade, lined with grand buildings and sweeping Pyrenean views. Ideal for a first walk and sunset photos.
Historic quarter around the château with narrow lanes, small squares and old houses. Best for strolling and seeing local character.
Formal park beside the château with clipped hedges, shaded paths and one of Pau’s best open views towards the mountains.
A rich slow-cooked chicken stew from Béarn with white wine, garlic and local ham. It is a cornerstone of festive family cooking around Pau.
A hearty mountain cabbage soup from Béarn, often made with pork, duck confit and vegetables. It reflects the rustic cooking of the Pyrenean foothills.
A traditional chicken or capon fricassée with peppers, tomatoes, onions and Bayonne ham. It is a classic regional dish of Béarn and the Basque borderlands.
A well-regarded bistro with seasonal French plates and a relaxed atmosphere. Popular for careful cooking and a smart but unfussy style.
An established restaurant serving refined regional French cooking in an elegant setting. Good choice for a more formal meal in Pau.
A convivial venue for Béarn and south-west specialities, with generous portions and a casual feel suited to traditional local dining.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday café prices stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Pau Pyrenees Airport, Pau -> Pau - Bosquet, Pau
Pau is the largest city in the Pyrenees, located in the south-west of France. Tree-lined promenades and classic chateaus provide a charming glimpse at a very different side of French culture. There are numerous flights that connect Paris to Pau. Planes arriving on this route land at the Pau-Pyrenees International Airport, after covering a flight distance of 630 kilometers. The average flight duration from Paris to Pau is one hour 25 minutes. Connecting flights to Pau from Paris, however, can take considerably longer.
There are three airlines which fly non-stop from Paris to Pau. The airlines are Air France, KLM, and Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes airline. Other airlines that operate connecting flights on this route include Delta, SAS, and Swiss, among others. There are around 30 scheduled flights between Paris and Pau every day, with around eight direct options. Air France is the major airline operating the Paris-Pau route.
For a non-stop flight from Paris to Pau, the flight duration is approximately one hour 20 minutes. For those opting to fly to Pau by a connecting flight, the flight time is considerably longer depending on the connecting destination. On average, flights with one connection take around 3-5 hours. The most popular connecting city when flying from Paris to Pau is Lyon.
There are 62 flights from Paris to Pau per week, with more than 50 of these being direct options. Air France is the only airline that offers exclusive non-stop flights. Saturday is the day with the highest number of scheduled direct flights from Paris to Pau, with five options available across the day. On average, there are three direct flights on this route every day.
Departure airport: flights on this route depart from either Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport or Paris Orly Airport. Paris de Gaulle Airport is located 23 kilometers north-east of Paris in Roissy-en France and can be reached in 50 minutes by catching the RER train. Paris Orly Airport is around 19 kilometers from the city and can be reached in 45 minutes by Air France bus service. Services at Charles de Gaulle airport include long and short stay parking lots, passenger lounges, restaurants and bars, and free WiFi for passengers. Paris Orly airport is much smaller, with limited services including restaurants, duty-free shopping, passenger lounges, and charging points for electronic devices. The WiFi service is not free, and passengers will have to pay to access this service.
Arrival Airport: the arrival airport for flights on this route is the Pau-Pyrenees International Airport. The airport is located 10 kilometers north-west of Pau city in Uzein, a commune of the department of Pyrénées-Atlantiques. The airport offers various amenities to traveling passengers including restaurants, shops, parking spaces, and WiFi connectivity. There are numerous car rental services available at Pau-Pyrenees International Airport, including companies like Hertz, Europcar, and Thrifty. Transport from the airport to the main train station is inexpensive and will take around 30 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Pau by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Pau flights use the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Pau Pyrenees Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Pau airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Paris Orly Airport is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Orly Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Orly Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Orly Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Pau Pyrenees Airport is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau Pyrenees Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pau Pyrenees Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau Pyrenees Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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